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Job description
Physical Therapist Assistant
Spartanburg Medical Center Church Street campus (SMC-CS) is a division of Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. SMC-CS is ranked #2 in South Carolina by U.S. News & World Report in . SMC-CS is also a Primary Stroke Center and an American College of Surgeons (ACS)-verified Level I Trauma Center.
Our dynamic rehabilitation team consists of PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs, and SLPs who work collaboratively to provide innovative patient care in our 500 bed acute care hospital. Our PT department patient census averages 230 patients daily. Our patient population includes, but is not limited to, orthopedic, neurologic, cardiac, critical care, general medical, general surgical, and oncology diagnoses.
The ideal candidate has acute care experience and adopts and demonstrates our system's core values of accountability, compassion, collaboration, integrity, respect, and stewardship. We are looking for highly qualified and motivated therapists to join our team in providing excellent patient care that aligns with our mission and vision.
Weekends and holidays are required in this position.
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides direct patient care services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and understands treatment plan and procedure modifications. The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for documentation of patient treatments, patient charges, and other information as needed. The Physical Therapist Assistant is also responsible for the supervision of ancillary staff. He/she participates in community presentations, staff education, and other departmental activities as requested by the supervisor, manager or director.
Minimum Requirements
Education
• Associate degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant education program
License/Registration/Certifications
• CPR-AHA BLS
• SC PTA License
Preferred Requirements
Preferred Experience
• One to five (1-5) years' experience in relevant practice area
Core Job Responsibilities
Adheres to all Standards of Behavior.
Provides therapy according to treatment plan.
Completes timely and accurate documentation and billing according to practice standards.
Provides education and training to patients, families, and caregivers.
Delegates to and supervises support staff.
Utilizes non-patient care time to assist others, enhance professional growth, and participate in program development.
Attends departmental and hospital committees and meetings.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Worksite address
spartanburg, SC, 29302, US
Who can apply
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